Taking note of the new US visa policy, the foreign ministry yesterday said Bangladesh appreciates that the international community, including the US, firmly stands by the prime minister’s commitment to ensure free and fair elections.

The United States has reiterated its support for Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's efforts to hold a free and fair election in Bangladesh

Full text of US Asst Secy of State Donald Lu’s interview with Tritiyo Matra

The government today said its apparatus will take necessary measures to prevent any unlawful practices which can compromise the conduct of elections